September, 2024

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Midsize Lucid SUV teased with sub-$50,000 price

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Lucid's already thinking beyond Gravity. On Tuesday during the automaker's technology and manufacturing day, a teaser image of Lucid's midsize crossover SUV was posted on Twitter (now called X). Lucid said the midsize electric SUV will arrive in late 2026 and cost less than $50,000. The midsize EV will have "leading technology and efficiency,".

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Q3 New-Vehicle Sales Expected Down

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Affordability continues to dog delivery momentum. Though the Q4 horizon holds promise, it also presents uncertainty.

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Bosnia & Herzegovina August 2024: Skoda Octavia and Scala on top in negative mark

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The Skoda Scala is up to #2 in Bosnia & Herzegovina. Thanks to our local partner CE Auto , we can share with you today August data for the Bosnian market. Sales drop -8.7% year-on-year to 999 units, leading to a year-to-date tally up 4.4% to 8,280. The Skoda Octavia (+48.7%) stays at #1 while the Skoda Scala (+323.1%) soars to #2 and now ranks #5 year-to-date vs. #9 as of last month.

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Mercedes-AMG readies game-changing supercar to replace SLS EV

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New electric supercar is considered a key part of Mercedes-AMG's future Retro-inspired supercar will fly the flag for AMG's battery-powered future Mercedes-AMG is hatching plans for a spectacular electric supercar that will launch the performance brand into the EV age. The new performance halo model was previewed by last year’s retro-inspired Vision One-Eleven concept , and it is described as a “brand-defining successor to the SLS Electric Drive ”, the 730bhp quad-motor EV that was launched in 2

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Germany Wants To Subsidize Company EVs After 69% Sales Plunge

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Germany will introduce a “depreciation allowance” for electric company cars. Drivers of expensive zero-emission company cars also benefit from tax deductions. The goal is to boost EV sales, following a massive drop in recent months. Less than a year after Germany abruptly cut EV subsidies, the federal government wants to introduce tax benefits for electric company cars.

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Aston Martin Vanquish takes on Ferrari with 824-hp V12

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Filed under: Aston Martin , Luxury , Supercars Continue reading Aston Martin Vanquish takes on Ferrari with 824-hp V12 Aston Martin Vanquish takes on Ferrari with 824-hp V12 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 2 Sep 2024 16:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ford recalls thousands of vehicles with potentially defective turbo engines

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Ford has issued a recall on multiple vehicles from the Ford and Lincoln brands due to engines potentially stalling. Vehicles listed in the recall include the Ford Bronco, F-150, Edge, and Explorer from the 2021-2022 model years, and the Lincoln Nautilus and Aviator from the same model years. However, it is only those examples with Ford's.

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Slovakia August 2024: Skoda Fabia up to #1, MG break records

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The Skoda Fabia is the most popular vehicle in Slovakia in August. The Slovak new car market slips -5.1% year-on-year in August to 7,107 sales. This means the year-to-date volume is now up just 0.2% to 61,068. Strikingly, the Top 4 brands all fall faster than the market, Skoda (-7.8%) resists best and leads the way as usual with 19.1% share. Kia (-13.2%) advances to #2 and snaps the 4th place year-to-date in the process.

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New Renault 5 in final UK tests ahead of imminent launch

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Renault's retro supermini is on its way to UK dealerships Sub-£25k electric supermini is poised to go up against the Mini Cooper E and Fiat 500e The incoming Renault 5 supermini has been spotted testing in the UK for the first time, ahead of customer deliveries beginning in the coming months. The French brand’s next small EV – which Autocar will drive for the first time in a matter of weeks – will rival the likes of the Mini Cooper E and Fiat 500e.

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MG 4 becomes Australia’s cheapest EV with circa-$10k price cut

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MG Motor Australia has slashed the price of the base MG 4 51 Excite to just $30,990 drive-away , undercutting the next most affordable electric vehicle (EV) by $4000. The drive-away price is available nationwide, which sees reductions of up to $10,425 depending on state and territory. MG says the reduced price will be offered from September 20 to October 31.

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We obsessively covered the auto industry for 20 years

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Filed under: Automotive History Continue reading We obsessively covered the auto industry for 20 years We obsessively covered the auto industry for 20 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 12 Sep 2024 09:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The greatest Corvettes of all time

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The Corvette started out as a modestly powerful convertible It has grown in power and performance through eight generations The first V-8 arrived for 1957 The C8 marked the first mid-engine layout Since 1953, the Chevrolet Corvette has claimed the title of America’s sports car. It has evolved through eight generations into more than just a.

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Bobit Business Media Under New Ownership

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Colin Sutherland takes the helm of the company today, emphasizing a spirit of collaboration.

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North Macedonia August 2024: Skoda Scala best-seller, Dongfeng Fengon 500 inside Top 10

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The Dongfeng Fengon 500 breaks into the Macedonian Top 10 in August. According to our Eastern European partner CE Auto , new car sales in North Macedonia post another very strong month in August at +44.7% year-on-year to 502 units, leading to a year-to-date tally up 40.9% to 5,024. This month the Skoda Scala (+266.7%) snaps the top spot, but stays stuck at #10 year-to-date vs. #6 over the Full Year 2023.

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McLaren F1, P1 successor to be revealed on 6 October

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P1's 903bhp plug-in hybrid powertrain was ahead of its time when it was unveiled in 2012 "The next benchmark", set to stick with hybrid power, is a matter of days away McLaren will reveal the next instalment in its Ultimate Series of hypercars on 6 October, just over a decade since the P1 arrived to replace the 240mph F1. A video published by the company features those two hallowed hypercars and reveals that “the next benchmark” is inbound.

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Mazda’s $10 Subscription For Remote Start Sparks Backlash After Killing Open Source Option

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Mazda now charges $10 or more per month for connected services such as remote start. These services were previously free, though customers were warned they would eventually incur charges. An individual developed an open-source workaround, but Mazda successfully had it removed. Mazda recently surprised customers by requiring them to sign up for a subscription in order to keep certain services.

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GM and Hyundai explore partnership, including joint vehicle development

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General Motors and Hyundai will explore the potential for collaboration in multiple areas, the automakers said on Thursday. The two signed a Memorandum of Understanding laying out the framework for the potential partnership and will now seek to evaluate opportunities before entering binding agreements. In a joint statement, they said collaboration.

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2026 Audi Q3 sheds camo in latest spy shots

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A prototype for the next generation of Audi's Q3 compact crossover has been spotted again. It already appears to be at a late stage of development judging by the thin camouflage gear and production-bound lights fitted to the vehicle. The current Q3 arrived in 2018 as a 2019 model. The redesigned third-generation model is expected to make its debut.

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Volvo bails on vehicle subscriptions in favor of leasing

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Volvo ended its Care by Volvo subscription program in August, Automotive News (subscription required) has learned. The program was introduced in the U.S. in 2017 and covered not only the vehicle but also maintenance and insurance in the one monthly price. Volvo now plans to return its focus to traditional sales and leasing models. A spokesperson.

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Radar detector icon Mike Valentine dead at 74

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The man responsible for ensuring many drivers fly under the radar and don't get speeding tickets has died. An obituary for Mike (Michael) D. Valentine posted to Cincinnati.com confirmed the radar detector legend died at the age of 74 on September, 16, 2024. Valentine died at home unexpectedly, according to the obituary. Founder, president, and CEO.

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DS imagines a modern Citroën SM

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Stellantis' DS brand has reimagined the Citroën SM for the modern era with a concept The concept perfectly blends modern and retro design cues DS developed the concept as part of its design research for models due at the end of the decade The Citroën SM was an engineering marvel of the 1970s, with features like hydro-pneumatic.

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Porsche patents 6-stroke engine

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Porsche patented a 6-stroke engine Outside of early Saabs, most gas-powered car engines are a 4-stroke Porsche's 6-stroke patent seems to indicate it could eke more power out of an engine Unless you drive an early Saab, your car probably has a 4-stroke engine. But Porsche wants to see if more strokes could be better. The automaker has filed a.

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2025 Toyota Sequoia adds 1794 model, starts at $64,120

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The Toyota Sequoia enters the 2025 model year with a new 1794 Edition model The 2025 Sequoia is priced from $64,120, including a $1,945 destination charge All 2025 Sequoias offer 437 hp and maximum towing of 9,520 pounds The Toyota Sequoia already takes a stab at the luxury full-size SUV segment with the Capstone flagship, but Toyota has stepped.

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Dodge Hornet electric rallycross car packs over 1,000 hp

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Dodge may be best known for its performance on the dragstrip, but with its Hornet compact crossover the American muscle brand is expanding to the world of rallycross, specifically in Nitrocross' Group E class. Dodge will compete with the Hornet R/T FC1-X, which somewhat resembles the Hornet on the outside but is based on the FC1-X chassis common.

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Hydrogen-powered BMW to reach showrooms in 2028

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BMW will add a hydrogen-powered vehicle to its lineup in 2028, the automaker announced on Thursday. It will be a hydrogen-electric vehicle using a next-generation powertrain developed jointly with Toyota, which plans to use the powertrain in its own vehicles. A hydrogen-electric vehicle is similar to a battery-electric vehicle, but instead of the.

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Volvo the latest to backtrack on EV pledge

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Volvo no longer expects to be a 100% EV brand by 2030 Volvo currently aims to have 90-100% of its sales made up of both EVs and plug-in hybrids by 2030 Volvo is still committed to EVs and has five currently in the pipeline Volvo has joined a growing list of automakers curtailing their EV ambitions in the wake of lower than expected growth in.

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 N buyers get choice of complimentary home charger or charging credit

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Hyundai has decided to sweeten the deal on its 2025 Ioniq 5 N. The automaker last week announced an offer for buyers of the high-performance electric compact crossover that lets them choose between a complimentary Level 2 home charger or a $450 charging credit. Anyone who has already purchased a 2025 Ioniq 5 N can still take up the offer, though.

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Bill Ford inducted into Automotive Hall of Fame

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William Clay "Bill" Ford Jr. has been inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame, the Detroit-area shrine for prominent auto industry figures. The great-grandson of Ford founder Henry Ford, Bill Ford has served as executive chair of Ford since 1999, making him the most prominent member of the Ford family with a continuing role at the automaker. He.

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Revived coachbuilder Saoutchik conjures a modern 300 SL

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A Parisian coachbuilder that built bodies for the most luxurious automotive brands in the first half of the 20th century has been revived, and the modern company's first project is a homage to the iconic Mercedes-Benz 300 SL. The coachbuilder is Saoutchik, the original incarnation of which was founded in 1906 by Jacques Saoutchik, born Iakov.

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2025 Ford Mustang GTD has 815 hp, goes 202 mph

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The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD generates 815 hp from a supercharged 5.2-liter V-8 Ford claims a top speed of 202 mph and a Nürburgring lap time of under seven minutes Pricing will start around $325,000 Ford is working on a super Mustang that will rewrite the rule book on what the iconic pony car is capable of, both on the road and track. The car.

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Ineos Grenadier production stopped, possibly into 2025

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The U.K.'s Ineos has been forced to cease production at its plant in Hambach, France, due to financial trouble at one of its suppliers. The news was first reported on Sept. 19 by Automotive News (subscription required), which cited comments by CEO Lynn Calder. She said the supplier is responsible for a certain trim component that Ineos' vehicles.

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2026 Toyota GRMN Corolla spied for first time

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Toyota is testing a hotter version of its GR Corolla New model will likely be a GRMN Corolla Prototypes feature new aerodynamic features aimed at increasing downforce Toyota looks to be readying the next step in performance for its feisty GR Corolla. The hot hatchback was launched for the 2023 model year and has been treated with updates in the.

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Ex-Polestar designer to pen top-end BMWs, Alpinas

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There's been a major shakeup at the BMW Group design department, including the addition of former Polestar design chief Maximilian Missoni among the ranks. The revised structure, announced on Sept. 13, is still led by Adrian van Hooydonk, who has held the top position since 2009, when he replaced Chris Bangle. However, a major change is at the.

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Stellantis working on removable vehicle windows

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Jeep Wrangler drivers can already remove their vehicles' roofs and doors, but Jeep parent Stellantis is also trying to patent removable windows for open-air driving with less manual labor. A patent application from Stellantis for a "removable window system" was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Aug. 1, and.

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Watch Fernando Alonso take delivery of Aston Martin Valkyrie

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Fernando Alonso has been revealed as one of the privileged few to enjoy Aston Martin Valkyrie ownership. The double Formula 1 world champion who currently drives for the Aston Martin F1 team took delivery of the hypercar on Wednesday in Monaco, after which he enjoyed some time driving it around the principality. Alonso's Valkyrie features a.

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Genesis to enter top-level endurance racing with LMDh car

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Genesis will race an LMDh car but hasn't said where An LMDh program could result in Genesis chasing the outright win at Le Mans Technology from the program could filter down into road cars, including those from new Magma division Genesis is set to join the likes of Cadillac, Lamborghini, Porsche, and others with a racing program built around a new.

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2025 Aston Martin Vanquish debuts with gorgeous looks, V-12 power

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New Aston Martin Vanquish replaces the DBS Superleggera Horsepower, luxury, and size are all up Aston Martin will limit production of the new Vanquish to 1,000 units per year Aston Martin has a new Vanquish on its hands, but it isn't the mid-engined Vanquish supercar shown as a concept five years ago. The new Vanquish, which sails into showrooms.

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